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aosborn · 06-13-2009, 11:23 AM

Had 2 Focal K2 6.5" and tweeters installed in the front doors. 2 Polyglass Focal 6x9's installed in the rear with a JL 600/4 Amp. The highs and mid are awesome. Focal's produce an extremely clear and clean sound. It does need subs now to complete the sound. So I'm going back for that.

DJ ATOMIX · 06-13-2009, 11:50 AM

when you go back, can you ask them how much work it was to get the door panels off to remove the components as well as how difficult it was to remove the tweeters from the pillers. I'm doing my by myself.

I'd grately appreciate it.

Shaun

aosborn · 06-13-2009, 12:52 PM

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Originally Posted by DJ ATOMIX

when you go back, can you ask them how much work it was to get the door panels off to remove the components as well as how difficult it was to remove the tweeters from the pillers. I'm doing my by myself.

I'd grately appreciate it.

Shaun

I also had them put in the 9500 CI escort radar detector and laser shifter. Took them about 10 hours to run all the wiring and installation. They used an audio processor also. Dynamat on the front door speakers too, that took all the vibration out of the door panels.

Chief Mario · 06-14-2009, 07:37 PM

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Originally Posted by aosborn

I also had them put in the 9500 CI escort radar detector and laser shifter. Took them about 10 hours to run all the wiring and installation. They used an audio processor also. Dynamat on the front door speakers too, that took all the vibration out of the door panels.

How much better is it now compare to the premium Boston? and which audio procesor did they use? Mysel I have Alpine deck with embodied imprint technology in my SUV and it is awsome. I am thinking about using their Alpine processor for factory installed, since we cannot really replace the deck due to the controls.

iwanttogofastNY · 06-14-2009, 08:12 PM

could you post some pics for us all to see please????

aosborn · 06-15-2009, 07:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Chief Mario

How much better is it now compare to the premium Boston? and which audio procesor did they use? Mysel I have Alpine deck with embodied imprint technology in my SUV and it is awsome. I am thinking about using their Alpine processor for factory installed, since we cannot really replace the deck due to the controls.

I'm not sure of the audio processor they used, I'll have to look at the invoice. There was not enough bass, so I had a JL audio 10" sub installed in the truck with a sealed enclosure powered by a Lunar amp I had. This completed the system and made it much better.
I've tried to post photos, but it says there is a security key missing and wouldn't let me. I emailed the webmaster, but no response.

Chief Mario · 06-15-2009, 08:19 PM

Hi, I forgot to ask, are you still using the center speaker? or just keeping it for bluetooth tech.?

aosborn · 06-15-2009, 08:23 PM

aosborn · 06-15-2009, 08:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Chief Mario

Hi, I forgot to ask, are you still using the center speaker? or just keeping it for bluetooth tech.?

not using the center speaker on the sound system

aosborn · 06-15-2009, 08:27 PM

still problems getting the pictures on. If your on facebook you can check out the photo album http://www.facebook.com/album.php?ai...&id=1250302324

destroyer4 · 06-15-2009, 09:56 PM

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still problems getting the pictures on. If your on facebook you can check out the photo album http://www.facebook.com/album.php?ai...&id=1250302324

Dude, I love the radar. How much? What model? How hard was it to hook up? Is there a rear sensor also? It looks like that spot was made for the remote.

I actually just found it. What was the cost though?

aosborn · 06-16-2009, 08:13 AM

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Originally Posted by destroyer4

Dude, I love the radar. How much? What model? How hard was it to hook up? Is there a rear sensor also? It looks like that spot was made for the remote.

I actually just found it. What was the cost though?

The radar display was flush mounted, the remote was stick on. I paid about $1500 installed at the stereo shop.

O2BQIK · 06-19-2009, 07:29 AM

I'm delighted to see this post...I have a set of Focals (2 6.5" PolyKevlars and 2 6.5" PolyGlass coaxials) that I was considering putting into the Camaro. That radar detector setup looks great!

aosborn · 06-20-2009, 03:30 PM

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Originally Posted by O2BQIK

I'm delighted to see this post...I have a set of Focals (2 6.5" PolyKevlars and 2 6.5" PolyGlass coaxials) that I was considering putting into the Camaro. That radar detector setup looks great!

be sure to put in a sub. The focals alone don't have enough bass. I've got the 1 10" sub in a sealed enclosure.

O2BQIK · 06-20-2009, 10:58 PM

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Originally Posted by aosborn

be sure to put in a sub. The focals alone don't have enough bass. I've got the 1 10" sub in a sealed enclosure.

I suspected that would be the case. They don't put out as much bass as some speakers, but you can't beat their sound quality.

DJ ATOMIX · 06-22-2009, 09:04 PM

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Originally Posted by aosborn

The radar display was flush mounted, the remote was stick on. I paid about $1500 installed at the stereo shop.

Hey oasborn,

I'm just curious what method you used to get everything up and running wiring wise. Did you tap into the amp in the trunk for 12v amp turn on and run off the rear speakers using a SVEN to get small signal to your JL 600?

Also if possible, do you or could you get a photo or two of that hidden amp in the trunk as I'm just dying to see what it looks like. I should have my car in about three weeks but I just cant stand waiting!

Shaun

ZZcamaro · 06-22-2009, 09:41 PM

any problems with bluetooth not using the center speaker? I cant remember if that si where the sound comes from when it speaks to you or not....I am concerned with the bluetooth and the phone use.

DJ ATOMIX · 06-22-2009, 09:49 PM

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Originally Posted by ZZcamaro

any problems with bluetooth not using the center speaker? I cant remember if that si where the sound comes from when it speaks to you or not....I am concerned with the bluetooth and the phone use.

Yes and onstar which can be the most important. This is pretty much the last issue I must figure out before installing my setup.

Shaun

ZZcamaro · 06-22-2009, 10:10 PM

What if you used the JL audio clean sweep to run your amp...but to hook it up use the outputs from the factory amp....then you wouldnt need to use the center speakers amp output for the cleansweep which would allow it to continue working normally. My only concern with that would be if the sound of the center still working would be ruingin the rest of the setup

Nexus6 · 06-22-2009, 11:01 PM

Can anyone repost the photos? . i dont have facebook and i dont want to sign up for it.

fasstgsxr · 06-23-2009, 11:27 AM

Nice,Focal makes some great speakers.

aosborn · 06-23-2009, 11:34 AM

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Originally Posted by DJ ATOMIX

Hey oasborn,

I'm just curious what method you used to get everything up and running wiring wise. Did you tap into the amp in the trunk for 12v amp turn on and run off the rear speakers using a SVEN to get small signal to your JL 600?

Also if possible, do you or could you get a photo or two of that hidden amp in the trunk as I'm just dying to see what it looks like. I should have my car in about three weeks but I just cant stand waiting!

Shaun

I'll see if I can get some pictures.

aosborn · 06-23-2009, 11:36 AM

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Originally Posted by ZZcamaro

any problems with bluetooth not using the center speaker? I cant remember if that si where the sound comes from when it speaks to you or not....I am concerned with the bluetooth and the phone use.

I really don't know what they did, but my onstar and bluetooth works fine.

ZZcamaro · 06-23-2009, 12:21 PM

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Originally Posted by aosborn

I really don't know what they did, but my onstar and bluetooth works fine.

So you are saying teh bluetooth and onstar sound comes from more than just the center speaker?

CamaroSkooter · 06-23-2009, 01:06 PM

bluetooth and onstar come through all speakers, not just the center channel

06-13-2009, 11:23 AM	#1
aosborn Drives: 2010 2SS Camaro Imperial Blue Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 49	installed 4 speaks and amp Had 2 Focal K2 6.5" and tweeters installed in the front doors. 2 Polyglass Focal 6x9's installed in the rear with a JL 600/4 Amp. The highs and mid are awesome. Focal's produce an extremely clear and clean sound. It does need subs now to complete the sound. So I'm going back for that.

06-13-2009, 11:50 AM	#2
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06-19-2009, 07:29 AM	#13
O2BQIK Drives: 1991 Camaro RS Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Dallas area Posts: 596	I'm delighted to see this post...I have a set of Focals (2 6.5" PolyKevlars and 2 6.5" PolyGlass coaxials) that I was considering putting into the Camaro. That radar detector setup looks great! __________________ 2010 Camaro SS in black/beige: Sold. \| '91 Camaro RS: Still the dream car! '98 Camaro SS: Incon twin turbo. Sold \| '99 Camaro SS: Heads/cam/bolt-ons. Sold.

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